Configuring a graphical user interface on a multifunction peripheral

a multi-functional peripheral and user interface technology, applied in the execution of user interfaces, digital output to print units, instruments, etc., can solve the problems of inability to customize the gui, user inability to customize the display or operation of the gui of the mfp,

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-09-25
RICOH KK
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Benefits of technology

Enables efficient customization of MFP GUIs, allowing users to modify appearance and behavior, schedule updates, and set use limits, thereby enhancing user flexibility and efficiency.

Problems solved by technology

However, once a MFP has been deployed at a user site, only the manufacturer of the MFP is able to customize the GUI.
In other words, the user is unable to customize the display or operation of the GUI of the MFP.

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[0022]A method and apparatus for customizing a user interface on a multifunctional peripheral (MFP) is described. In the following description, for the purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. It will be apparent, however, that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the present invention.

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[0023]FIG. 1A is a block network diagram illustrating a customizable MFP system 100 according to an embodiment of the invention. The customizable MFP system 100 of FIG. 1A includes a MFP 110, a device 120, and a communications link 130.

[0024]MFP 110, as used herein, is broadly used to refer to any multifunctional peripheral capable of performing the functionality of two or more of: a printer, a scanner, a facsimile machine, and ...

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Abstract

A method and apparatus for customizing a graphical user interface on a multifunctional peripheral is provided. User interface specification data is transmitted from a device to the multifunctional peripheral. User interface specification data defines a desired display and operation behavior for the user interface. Result data is received at the device from the multifunctional peripheral. Result data defines whether the user interface was updated to reflect the user interface specification data. Other aspects provide for copying the graphical user interface from a source multifunctional peripheral to a destination multifunctional peripheral, scheduling a point in time to update one or more graphical user interfaces to reflect the user interface specification data, and establishing a number of uses to apply the user interface specification data to the one or more user interfaces.

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RELATED APPLICATION DATA[0001]This application is related to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10 / 639,004, filed Aug. 11, 2003, also entitled “Configuring a Graphical User Interface on a Multifunctional Peripheral,” and which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to configuring a graphical user interface on a multifunctional peripheral.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]A multifunctional peripheral (MFP) is a single device that performs several functions. Many MFPs are equipped to perform as printers, scanners, facsimile machines, and copiers. Because they can perform many functions, they are advantageous over their single function counterparts. Moreover, consumers prefer MFPs because purchasing one is often less expensive than separately purchasing a printer, scanner, facsimile machine, and copier. Because of their usefulness and versatility, MFPs are very common in the workplace.[0004]In fact, many companies use ...

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Patent Type & AuthorityPatents(United States)
IPC IPC(8): G06F17/00G06F9/44G06F15/00G09G5/00
CPCG06F9/4443H04N1/00509G06F9/451
InventorKATANO, SEIICHI
OwnerRICOH KK